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Residents told city is repainting and maintaining hydrants; report needed hydrants to staff

Martinsville Common Council · July 28, 2026
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Summary

A public commenter reported ongoing fire-hydrant maintenance and repainting; hydrants may appear gray/brown temporarily until paint is available and residents were asked to report hydrants needing attention.

A public commenter told the council the city is conducting hydrant maintenance this summer, repainting hydrants and removing chalky buildup before applying primer and yellow topcoat. The speaker noted that because clear coat was unavailable at one paint supplier, some hydrants are temporarily brown/gray and asked residents to report hydrants that need attention.

The commenter also clarified that a green-colored hydrant is not "gray water" and confirmed hydrants remain operational. The council received the update as informational and no formal action was taken at the meeting.